Tool & Die Maker Dudek & Bock Spring Manufacturing Chicago, IL Job Details Full-time From $32 an hour 6 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Statistics Mechanical blueprint interpretation Measurement-based inspection Trigonometry Blueprint specification interpretation Quality control statistical data analysis Statistical Process Control Machine troubleshooting English Shop math High school diploma or GED Dimensional measurements Precision measurement in machining Blueprint reading Technical troubleshooting support Hand tools Mechanical troubleshooting Full Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Analyzes a variety of specifications, lays out metal stock, sets-up and operates machine tools, and fits and assembles parts to fabricate or repair cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, and gauges while applying knowledge of tool design, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, machining, and assembly procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Studies specifications, such as blueprints, sketches, or tool description, and plans sequence of operations. 2. Measures, marks, and scribes metal stock to lay out work pieces for machining. 3. Sets-up and operates machine tools, such as lathe, milling machine, shaper, and grinder to machine parts to specifications, and verifies conformance of machine parts to specifications. 4. Positions and secures parts on surface plate or worktable, using devices such as vises, V-blocks, and angle plates. 5. Fits and assembles parts into assemblies or mechanisms, using hand tools. 6. Verifies dimensions and alignment, using measuring instruments such as micrometers, height gauges, gauges blocks, and optical comparators following

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work instructions. 7. Examines and modifies standard tools as required. 8. Develops specifications from general descriptions and draws or sketches tool to be fabricated using drafting tools. 9. Communicates with co-workers and supervisor to receive instructions and coordinate activities. 10. Inspects and measures parts to maintain statistical process control charts. 11. Obtains first piece inspection of samples. 12. Troubleshoots tool, machine, or material problems. 13. Sets-up tooling in a wide variety of production equipment and product lines. 14. Maintains an organized and neat work station. 15. Prevents damage to the equipment, process, and material. 16. Adheres to all Company safety rules and procedures. 17. Performs to the prescribed standard or rate. 18. Returns all hand tools, gauges, parts, etc. to proper storage areas. 19. Communicates all problems and other work-related issues with supervisor. 20. Receives, understands, and follows all written and oral instruction. 21. Complies with all Company policies and procedures including safety and attendance requirements. 22. Resolves day-to-day issues by working effectively with others. 23. Performs other duties required to meet Company needs as assigned by supervisor.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

1. Ability to read, write, communicate, and understand instruction in English. 2. Ability to measure parts by using tools, gauges, and quality instruments. 3. Basic math including geometry and trigonometry skills. 4. Ability to read blueprints and must have a comprehensive understanding of tolerances. 5. Understanding of statistical control of critical dimensions and process capability. 6. Exceptional analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. 7. Ability to work independently. 8. Ability to follow written and verbal instruction. 9. Requires frequent attention, repetitive work, and some checking of the process and the product.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

1. High school diploma or equivalent. 2. Minimum of 5 years' experience using a full range of manual tool room equipment. (CNC machine programming skills and/or familiarity with 4-Slides, Multi-slides, Punch Presses, and other wire-forming machines strongly preferred but not required.) 3. In-house training on all assigned machinery and equipment.

MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Ability to use hands 100% of the workday. 2. Ability to stand and/or walk 100% of the workday. 3. Ability to bend, stoop, and/or twist 50% of the workday. 4. Ability to exert physical force to push, pull, lift, and/or carry 40 pounds occasionally. 5. Ability to work in a shop environment - continuous exposure to potentially hazardous metal working machinery and equipment, loud noises, dust, oils and solvents.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $32.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have experience as a Tool & Die Maker? Do you have experience operating CNC Machines?

Experience:

related: 3 years (Required)

CNC:

1 year (Preferred)

Machining:

1 year (Preferred) Blueprint reading: 1 year (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Chicago, IL 60644 (Required)

Work Location:

In person